How many syllables in “lust”?
syllable in "lust"
Word details
Syllables
1
lust
Letters
4
l · u · s · t
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “lust”
The word “lust” contains 1 syllable, divided as lust. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lust" have?
"lust" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lust" into syllables?
"lust" is divided into syllables as: lust.
What is the Scrabble score for "lust"?
The Scrabble score for "lust" is 4 points.
Using “lust” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lust" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “lust” is worth 4 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “lust”
The letters in “lust” can be rearranged to spell one other word: slut.